1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Maverick weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Maverick | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |