1960 Suzuki Light vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1960 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Suzuki Light | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Light | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3597 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
