2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30. 1992 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Falcon | J30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
