1977 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
