1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
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 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada 1200 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | 1200 | Equator |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |