1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 23 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 2,478 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 682 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Innocenti 990 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | 990 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2580 mm |