1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, both 1995 Nissan Serena and 1995 Rover 800 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 14 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.
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, 1995 Rover 800, 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 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1995 Rover 800 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Serena | 800 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |