1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1764 kg more than 1959 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
