1992 Buick Regal vs. 1983 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 626 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1983 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1983 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1983 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | Regal | 990 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2050 mm |
