1984 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Equator |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
