1988 Renault 21 vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 21 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
