1997 Tata E vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata E would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata E weights approximately 395 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tata E | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Tata | Suzuki |
| Model | E | Equator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
