1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | 228 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
