1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 751 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
