1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 84 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Equator |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
