2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
