2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Celica. (169 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica. 2009 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Maxima | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
