1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina 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 105 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 1994 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina 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 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | J30 | Carina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |