1998 Honda NSX vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | NSX | J30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
