1995 Proton Persona vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Proton Persona | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Persona | Liana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
