1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 34 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1308 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 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 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Caprice | Light |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
