1960 Suzuki Light vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 49 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 835 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Suzuki Light | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Light | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3954 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
