1956 Suzuki Light vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (136 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1956 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Suzuki Light | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Light | S60 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
