1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 366 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.
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, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990. 1992 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1984 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1984 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |
