1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 23 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
