1979 Buick Electra vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1956 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Electra | Light |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |