1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 417 kg more than 1989 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Innocenti 990 | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | 990 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2580 mm |