1995 Infiniti J30 vs. 1974 Audi 80

To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1974 Audi 80. 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi 80. 1995 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1974 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1974 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1995 Infiniti J30 1974 Audi 80
Make Infiniti Audi
Model J30 80
Year Released 1995 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 80 mm
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 912 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L