1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti J30 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 87 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti J30 | 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | J30 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
