1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 11 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Daytona | Serena |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
