1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 435 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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 (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Festiva | Liana |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |