1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 36 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 828 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 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Maverick | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
