1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1175 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick. 2007 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Maverick | Patrol |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |