2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | i30 | Serena |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |