2005 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
