1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 625 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick. 2009 SsangYong Korando 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. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Ford Maverick | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Maverick | Korando |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |