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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 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 | 3699 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
