1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 12 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 786 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2730 mm |
