1975 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 90 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.
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, 2010 Mazda Premacy, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
