1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1884 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 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Light |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2010 mm |
