1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Serena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
