1976 Ford Maverick vs. 1998 Honda Today

To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Maverick (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1976 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Maverick 1998 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Maverick Today
Year Released 1976 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3272 cc 655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1400 mm


 

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