2002 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 236 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Serena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
