1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 110 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | 160 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
