1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 138 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Capri 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 1986 Ford Capri. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti J30 | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | J30 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 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 | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
