1997 Buick Century vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 39 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 980 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Century | Light |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
