1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 27 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 (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1150 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, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Light |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
