1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1995 Nissan Serena

To start off, both 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 1995 Nissan Serena were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1995 Nissan Serena
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Monte Carlo Serena
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2283 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2300 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2740 mm