1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 18 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 555 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Serena | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
