1985 Ford Meteor vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Meteor | Liana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
