1977 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 33 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza, 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Maverick | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Maverick | Venza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |