1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Commodore weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Maverick | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
