1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady

To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Nissan Serena 1972 Nissan Fairlady
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Serena Fairlady
Year Released 1995 1972
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2283 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2310 mm


 

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