2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1955 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | E-150 | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2010 mm |
