1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | Light |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
