1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 140 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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2007 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. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Serena | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |