1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 93 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | Liana |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
