1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Avanti | Suzuki |
| Model | Avanti | Liana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
