1981 Triumph TR7 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Triumph TR7 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Triumph | Suzuki |
| Model | TR7 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
