1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, both 1993 Ford Sierra and 1993 Infiniti J30 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra. 1993 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | J30 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
