1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Serena | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2649 mm |
