1980 Renault 18 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1980 Renault 18 is newer by 21 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 444 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, 1980 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 18 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 18 | Light |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
