1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Volvo 960 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 1996 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Innocenti 990 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | 990 | 960 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2780 mm |