1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Serena | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2578 mm |
