2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2800 mm |
