1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1207 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 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990. 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | 990 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 75 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2748 mm |