1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. 1996 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti J30 | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | J30 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
