1976 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 29 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Maverick | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Maverick | Speedster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |