1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1994 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Innocenti 990 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Innocenti | Land Rover |
Model | 990 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 4394 cc |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2890 mm |