1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena 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 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Serena | Primera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
