1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick.
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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
