1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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 (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 635 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | Equator |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
