1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Serena | Bora |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |