1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 55 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 2173 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Suzuki | Cadillac |
| Model | Light | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3302 mm |
