1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 169 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Serena | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3250 mm |
