1957 Opel Record vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Record | Equator |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
