1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 14 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Serena | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Serena | Fabia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |