1972 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 37 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Maverick | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
