2004 Nissan Maxima vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 605 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Carina 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 1973 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Maxima | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
