1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240.
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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Serena | 240 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |