1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 95 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Serena | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2649 mm |
