2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 431 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2800 mm |
