1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 17 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 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 6 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 49 kg more than 1992 Infiniti J30.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Infiniti J30 | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | J30 | IS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
