1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | DeVille | Equator |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
