1976 Ford Maverick vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 24 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1976 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Maverick | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Maverick | Premacy |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |