1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 221 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2005 Honda Accord 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. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Serena | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |