1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1957 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | Light |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
