1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
