1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 250 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, 2010 Kia Sportage, 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2629 mm |
