2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
