1989 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Trans Sport | Liana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
