1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Infiniti J30 (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000. 1992 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1983 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1983 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Infiniti J30 | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | J30 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |