2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 13 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Because 1992 Infiniti J30 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 1992 Infiniti J30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | DTS | J30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
