1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 20 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1120 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Light |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
