2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Maverick | 928 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
