1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1958 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Light |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
