1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Jetta 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 15 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (109 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 574 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Serena | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
