1994 Infiniti J30 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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 74 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (136 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti J30 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | J30 | S60 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |