1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1973 Ford Maverick is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 295 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Maverick | VX4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |