1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 230 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
