2006 Acura RL vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 49 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 1035 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | RL | Light |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
