2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 47 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1814 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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Uplander | Light |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2010 mm |
