1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Equator |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3560 mm |
