2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 990 kg more than 1956 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 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
