2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 441 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1984 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Maxima | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Celica |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2620 mm |
