1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 834 kg more than 1955 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 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Light |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
