1999 Nissan Serena vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 544 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Serena | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
