2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 740 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 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, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1986 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1986 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Equator | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
