2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | i10 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
