1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 16 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 492 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, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | 990 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
