1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Valiant | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
