1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy 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, 1993 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 1993 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti J30 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | J30 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
