1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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. Both 1993 Nissan Serena and 2008 Honda CR-V are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 104 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Serena | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
