1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1988 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | 990 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2317 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2670 mm |
