1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 501 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |
