2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Maverick |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 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 | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2800 mm |