1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Renault Express, 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 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Serena | Express |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
