1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius.
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, 2012 Toyota Prius, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Serena | Prius |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |