1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1974 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Maverick weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
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, 1974 Ford Maverick (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
