1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Serena | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
