1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 659 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 441 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Maverick | 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Ford | Lotec |
Model | Maverick | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1656 kg |