The 1990 Maxima was introduced as an upgrade on the model who’s history had begun in 1976.
Redesigned as a larger sedan with am emphasis on comfort, the Maxima was a success. Despite having been based on the Nissan Bluebird, which was a fairly unreliable car, the new model was a hit. Although it saw a significant size increase from previous generation models, the Maxima paradoxically lost weight in the process, becoming a roomier and lighter ride. The engine of choice for this Maxima was a 3.0L V6 unit with a amax power output of 170 hp that could drive the car to a top speed of 137 mph.