2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 50 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1114 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Lumina | Light |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
