2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 715 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2010 mm |
