1995 Infiniti J30 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti J30 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Infiniti | SsangYong |
| Model | J30 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
