2012 Suzuki Equator vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 5 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 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Suzuki Equator | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Equator | Celica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |