1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Serena | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Serena | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1305 kg |