2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 183 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Equator | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
