1969 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Capri | Equator |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |