2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 27 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 392 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Maverick |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |