1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Liana is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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, 2003 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | Liana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
