1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30. 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Infiniti J30 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Infiniti | Buick |
Model | J30 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
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 | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |