1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 26 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 734 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | Light |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
