1974 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 32 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick.
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, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
