1989 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 267 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Blizzard | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Blizzard | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
