1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 52 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Maverick | 350i |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
