1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 5 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. 1993 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1998 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero 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 Infiniti J30 | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | J30 | Alero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
