1988 Subaru XT 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 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | XT | Liana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
