2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1956 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Patriot | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
