2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1958 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Lucerne | Light |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |