1986 AC Ace vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 311 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Ace | Liana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
