1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana

To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Suzuki Liana
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Corvette Liana
Year Released 1958 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4637 cc 1327 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 69.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1404 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2490 mm