1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1160 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, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Sixty | Equator |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
