2009 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 16 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 237 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30.
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, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Grandeur | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Grandeur | J30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1837 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
