2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Maxima (335 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
