2004 Ford Maverick vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
