1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 38 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 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1448 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Light |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
