1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 8 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | V6 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
