1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 820 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | 990 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2670 mm |
