1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Liana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |
