1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30. 1992 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | J30 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |