1971 Buick GS vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1971 Buick GS is newer by 11 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 1092 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | GS | Light |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
