1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 32 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 560 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | Light |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
