1987 Ford Probe vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Ford Probe.
Because 1995 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe, 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, 1987 Ford Probe (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Probe | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Probe | Serena |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |