1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740.
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, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Serena | 740 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
