1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 1 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Applause | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Applause | Serena |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |