1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1959 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 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Light |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
