1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Serena | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
