1976 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 26 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, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Maverick | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Maverick | 9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
