1990 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 360 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 1990 Honda Legend. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Legend | Liana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
