1971 Ford GT 70 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 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford GT 70 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | GT 70 | Equator |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3200 mm |