1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Firebird | Equator |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
