1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Because 1993 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Serena | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
