1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 2 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 530 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 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Serena | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
