1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 761 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 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | 990 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2490 mm |
