2008 Acura TL vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Acura | Infiniti |
| Model | TL | J30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
