1999 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Cobra | Equator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
