1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1993 Infiniti J30 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Buick Centurion 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 1974 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30, 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Centurion | J30 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2770 mm |