1975 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 593 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Maverick | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Maverick | Charger |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3048 mm |