1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
