1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 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 25 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2104 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
