1997 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 AC Cobra weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | AC | Suzuki |
Model | Cobra | Equator |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |