1983 Volvo 740 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2010 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 740 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Volvo | Suzuki |
| Model | 740 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
