1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1955 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Light |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
