1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 38 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, 2010 Honda CR-V, 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2010 Honda CR-V 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. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Serena | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2619 mm |
