1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 325 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
