1982 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Taunus (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Taunus weights approximately 316 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Taunus 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 1982 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Innocenti 990, 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, 1982 Ford Taunus (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 1988 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Taunus | 990 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2050 mm |
