1975 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Maverick weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 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, 1975 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Maverick | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Maverick | Equator |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |