1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | 109 | Equator |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |