1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
