1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
