1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1995 Toyota Venture is newer by 22 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1973 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Maverick | Venture |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |