1992 Toyota Sera vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 482 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Sera | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sera | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
