1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 35 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1310 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Caprice | Light |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
