1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 19 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 731 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Serena | Savana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3429 mm |
