1986 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer significantly more control. 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 (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Orion | Equator |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3560 mm |