1993 Nissan Serena vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Serena | Prius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
