1975 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 38 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1392 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 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Maverick | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Armada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3130 mm |
