2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
