2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 935 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick. 2006 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Maverick |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |