1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 18 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 715 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.
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, 2008 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990. 2008 Volvo V50 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. 2008 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Innocenti 990 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | 990 | V50 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |