1998 Lexus GS vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Serena |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
