1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 41 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1279 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Maverick | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Maverick | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2946 mm |