2012 Suzuki Equator vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 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 96 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66. 1980 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki Equator | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Equator | 66 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
