1957 Suzuki Light vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1957 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Suzuki Light | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
