1999 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Accord | J30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
