1957 Suzuki Light vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 51 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1150 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Suzuki Light | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Light | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2736 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
