1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 288 kg more than 1971 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Maverick | CR-V |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 218 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 | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2619 mm |