1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Centura | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Centura | Serena |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |