1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti J30 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | J30 | Celica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |