1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 929 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3560 mm |
