1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
