1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 208 | Equator |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3560 mm |