1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 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 33 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 815 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Serena | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
