1996 Nissan Maxima vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1968 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Maxima | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |