1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, both 1997 Ford Maverick and 1997 Hyundai Coupe were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 635 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford Maverick 1997 Hyundai Coupe
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Maverick Coupe
Year Released 1997 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2663 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1310 mm


 

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