1986 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 676 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Corsa | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Liana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
