1987 Innocenti 990 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 960 kg more than 1987 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Innocenti 990 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2850 mm |
