2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
