1970 Honda S800 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S800 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S800 | Liana |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.5 mm |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |