1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sentra | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sentra | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
