1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Serena | SP |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
