2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1991 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dakota | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2010 mm |
