1961 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 55 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
Model | Octavia | Equator |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |