1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1991 Volvo 440
To start off, 1991 Volvo 440 is newer by 6 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 440 weights approximately 316 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.
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, 1991 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1991 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | 990 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2780 mm |
