1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990. 2003 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1983 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1983 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3160 mm |
