1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,042 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Because 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk 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 Studebaker Silver Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Studebaker | Suzuki |
| Model | Silver Hawk | Liana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3042 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
