1998 Nissan Serena vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1998 Nissan Serena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 485 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Serena | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Serena | Type S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2300 mm |
