1975 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Maverick weights approximately 18 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 1975 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Contour |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
