1988 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 1029 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Electra | Light |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2010 mm |
