2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 590 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Quest | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2010 mm |
