2000 Holden Astra vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2000 Holden Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra.
Because 1995 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra, 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, 2000 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Serena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
