1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 20 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1160 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990. 2009 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1989 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1989 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2830 mm |
