1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Serena | 928 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |