1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1995 Nissan Serena

To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 174 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet DeVille 1995 Nissan Serena
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model DeVille Serena
Year Released 1972 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5732 cc 2283 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 233 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2300 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1684 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2740 mm


 

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