1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 323 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
