1970 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Commodore | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Commodore | Equator |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
