1976 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 608 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Maverick |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |