2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 464 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1971 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2800 mm |
