2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1972 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1972 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
