1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 616 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 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990. 1996 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1985 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1985 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2730 mm |
