1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1033 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena. 2011 Dodge Ram 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Serena | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Serena | Ram |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3569 mm |