1987 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Liana |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |