1994 Saab 900 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 36 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 780 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, 1994 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 900 | Light |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
