1990 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 1995 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | J30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
