1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro 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 149 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 20 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 (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1970 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1970 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Monaro | Equator |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
