1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 10 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 41 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis. 1993 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Thesis 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 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
Model | J30 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.4 mm |
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 | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |