1975 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | NSX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
