1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
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 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 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:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 190 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
