1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | QX4 | J30 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
