1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
