1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1993 Infiniti J30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | J30 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |