1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1792 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 2012 Nissan Armada 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 2012 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990. 2012 Nissan Armada 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. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3129 mm |
