1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 272 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Infiniti J30 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | J30 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |