1955 Suzuki Light vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1955 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Suzuki Light | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3570 mm |
