1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 223 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Serena | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
