1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 214 kg more than 1992 Infiniti J30. 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Infiniti J30 | 1997 Lexus LS | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | J30 | LS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |