1995 Nissan Crew vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 272 kg more than 1995 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Crew 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 Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Crew | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Crew | Altima |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2675 mm |