1954 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Because 1954 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rover P4 | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | P4 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
