2009 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
