1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra

To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 12 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 870 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 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990. 2003 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1991 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1991 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Innocenti 990 2003 Nissan Xterra
Make Innocenti Nissan
Model 990 Xterra
Year Released 1991 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 992 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2660 mm


 

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