1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 27 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, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V.
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, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Maverick | HR-V |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |