1992 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 92 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
