2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | J30 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 261 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |