1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 955 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | 990 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
