1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Serena | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
