1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona. 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Daytona | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Daytona | J30 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |