1976 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 30 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Maverick weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Maverick | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Maverick | Touran |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |