1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Liana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
