1970 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Torana | Equator |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |
