1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 43 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 285 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Skyline | Equator |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
