1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1988 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1988 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | 990 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3778 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
