1967 Opel Record vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 217 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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 (381 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Record | Equator |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
