1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1988 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1988 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Vitesse | Equator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
