2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 392 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
