1972 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 34 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 621 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 1972 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 1972 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Maverick | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
