1959 Suzuki Light vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 53 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1194 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Suzuki Light | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Suzuki | Buick |
| Model | Light | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2837 mm |
