2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 432 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-350 | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2010 mm |
