1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 801 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Maverick | Equus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3045 mm |
