1972 Honda Life vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Life | Liana |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |