1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | 2 Litres | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
