2004 Nissan Maxima vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown 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 71 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 2004 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Maxima | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
