1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1010 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Infiniti J30 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | J30 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 150 L |
