1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR M would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR M (105 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR M should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 TVR M.
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 TVR M (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 TVR M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1972 TVR M | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Serena | M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
