1982 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (90 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 291 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Liana |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |