1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2009 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 25 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1177 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 2009 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990. 2009 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. 2009 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2009 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Innocenti | Buick |
| Model | 990 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3009 mm |
