1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 815 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
