1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Daytona | Liana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
