1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 11 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti J30 | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | J30 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
