1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 554 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1496 mm |
