1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Cutlass | Liana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
