2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Maverick |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2800 mm |