1974 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 36 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 255 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Maverick | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
