1971 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1971 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Maverick | Avensis |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |