1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 67 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Diamante | Maxima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |