1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Falcon. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Equator |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
