1971 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Torana | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3200 mm |
