1974 AMC Matador vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1955 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Matador | Light |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
