1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1984 Innocenti 990 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 946 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Jaguar XJS 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 1983 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | 990 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2600 mm |
