1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 968 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990. 1997 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Innocenti | Buick |
| Model | 990 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2900 mm |
