1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Liana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
