1975 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 185 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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Maverick | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 228 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 | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
