2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
