2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |
