2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1497 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Wrangler | Light |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
