1990 Saab 900 vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Saab 900 (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 900 | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 900 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
