1972 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | LTD | Equator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
