1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
