1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Liana |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
