1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1990 Nissan Laurel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 456 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Laurel 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 1990 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1990 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Innocenti 990 | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | 990 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |