1974 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 35 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 720 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
