1997 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, 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, 1997 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena. 1997 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura Integra | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | Integra | Serena |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |