1988 Honda Legend vs. 1993 Nissan Serena

To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.

Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 1993 Nissan Serena
Make Honda Nissan
Model Legend Serena
Year Released 1988 1993
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 188 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2740 mm


 

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