1986 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 25 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
