1989 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Liana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
