2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 42 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1165 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Catera | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
