2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 898 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
