Safely feature 1995-96 VS 1997+
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Safely feature 1995-96 VS 1997+
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I am in the market for a 4th Gen maxima. I've read a little bit of stuff here and there to know that the "beforeminorchange" 4th gen is structurely weaker then the "afterminorchange" version. What I want to know is this, are the changes purely a bolt on matter, ie a stronger bumper support? Or are the changes actually done from the drawing board?
I am asking because I am able to locate a 1995 Max in the specs/color that I want, and the price is just right. 1997+ Max are just a bit too expensive for me.
Thanks all.
-Matt
I am in the market for a 4th Gen maxima. I've read a little bit of stuff here and there to know that the "beforeminorchange" 4th gen is structurely weaker then the "afterminorchange" version. What I want to know is this, are the changes purely a bolt on matter, ie a stronger bumper support? Or are the changes actually done from the drawing board?
I am asking because I am able to locate a 1995 Max in the specs/color that I want, and the price is just right. 1997+ Max are just a bit too expensive for me.
Thanks all.
-Matt
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The major difference is that Nissan reinforced both the front/rear bumpers, and possibly the drivers leg area as well. Government crash tests show that there was much less intrusion into the footwell area for 97+. In either case, I think the 95-96 were rated very low on the crash test list for midsize cars, and the 97 improved on it by quite a bit.
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Does swapping the bumper support improved the safely rating by that much? If so, how many of you guys/gals have done such important safely upgrades?
TIA.
TIA.
Originally posted by Eric L.
The major difference is that Nissan reinforced both the front/rear bumpers, and possibly the drivers leg area as well. Government crash tests show that there was much less intrusion into the footwell area for 97+. In either case, I think the 95-96 were rated very low on the crash test list for midsize cars, and the 97 improved on it by quite a bit.
The major difference is that Nissan reinforced both the front/rear bumpers, and possibly the drivers leg area as well. Government crash tests show that there was much less intrusion into the footwell area for 97+. In either case, I think the 95-96 were rated very low on the crash test list for midsize cars, and the 97 improved on it by quite a bit.
Originally posted by mattima
Does swapping the bumper support improved the safely rating by that much? If so, how many of you guys/gals have done such important safely upgrades?
TIA.
Does swapping the bumper support improved the safely rating by that much? If so, how many of you guys/gals have done such important safely upgrades?
TIA.
-Cyrus
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Though you might already know this, I just wanted you to be aware that most of the 95-96 > 97+ conversions done on the .org are purely for cosmetics. Some just prefer the appearance of 97+ Maximas so they replace the painted front and rear bumper fascia.
They don't achieve the improved safety performance because the bumper structure remains the same.
Your post indicates your intention to replace the bumper support / structure as well. Quite an expensive task if you ask me (unless you own a junkyard) so if you really want a safer Maxima, spend more and get the 97+, otherwise just stick with the 95+.
I bought my 95 Maxima last year and I am not a speed demon, I think most accidents come from the inability to react to changing conditions due to higher speeds. You sacrifice control over speed so drive carefully and 'hopefully', nothing will happen to you.
Though you might already know this, I just wanted you to be aware that most of the 95-96 > 97+ conversions done on the .org are purely for cosmetics. Some just prefer the appearance of 97+ Maximas so they replace the painted front and rear bumper fascia.
They don't achieve the improved safety performance because the bumper structure remains the same.
Your post indicates your intention to replace the bumper support / structure as well. Quite an expensive task if you ask me (unless you own a junkyard) so if you really want a safer Maxima, spend more and get the 97+, otherwise just stick with the 95+.
I bought my 95 Maxima last year and I am not a speed demon, I think most accidents come from the inability to react to changing conditions due to higher speeds. You sacrifice control over speed so drive carefully and 'hopefully', nothing will happen to you.
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