1965 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 179 kg more than 1965 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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.
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1965 Ford Mustang | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Equator |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4261 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3560 mm |