1981 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 375 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Commodore | Equator |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4142 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |