1995 Infiniti J30 vs. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Because 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti J30 | 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | J30 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
