1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 563 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Serena | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 947 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2330 mm |
