1968 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 695 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Caprice | Equator |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
