1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Roadmaster | Liana |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |