1999 Honda Z vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z 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 240 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 657 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 2011 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
