2008 Honda Element vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 15 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 456 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Serena |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |