1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 729 kg more than 1959 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 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Telstar | Light |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
