1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1973 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 477 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Maverick | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
