1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 712 kg more than 1990 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (230 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1990 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1990 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Innocenti 990 1993 Nissan Laurel
Make Innocenti Nissan
Model 990 Laurel
Year Released 1990 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 992 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2730 mm


 

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