1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 38 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 273 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Maverick | Exige |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2299 mm |
