2003 Audi TT vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Audi TT.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT, 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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | TT | Serena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
