2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1977 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | Maverick |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |