1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1146 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.

Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Innocenti 990 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Innocenti Toyota
Model 990 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1983 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 51 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 714 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2800 mm


 

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