1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | 211 | Equator |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |