1998 Nissan Serena vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 14 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Serena (96 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 419 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Bantam, 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, 1998 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Serena | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Serena | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
