1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 91 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 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Infiniti J30 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Infiniti | Dodge |
Model | J30 | Dakota |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |