1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3953 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
