1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica 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 18 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 354 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Serena | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
