1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1186 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Marquis | Light |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |