1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1998 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Daytona | Serena |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
