1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 15 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 1999 Lexus IS 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. 1999 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | Nissan | Lexus |
Model | Serena | IS |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |