1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 534 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
