1979 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Jeep | Serena |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
