1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 440 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 101 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440. 1994 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti J30 | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | J30 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
