1993 Innocenti Koral vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Innocenti Koral 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 (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1993 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 545 kg more than 1993 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Innocenti Koral, 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Innocenti Koral. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1993 Innocenti Koral has manual transmission. 1993 Innocenti Koral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Innocenti Koral | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | Koral | Equator |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3200 mm |
