1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Serena | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
