2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2800 mm |
