2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 854 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Light |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
