1978 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Equator |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3560 mm |
