2000 Honda Z vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 2 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Serena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 1998 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Serena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
