1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 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 100 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1988 Mazda 929. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929. 1992 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1988 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1988 Mazda 929 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 | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | J30 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
