1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Serena | Camry |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |