1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Serena |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
