2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 28 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
