1989 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Liana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
