2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1957 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | CTS | Light |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
