2009 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 336 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
