2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 990 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
