1950 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 20 kg more than 1950 Ford Consul. 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Equator |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |
