1992 Innocenti 990 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1992 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Innocenti 990 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | 990 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
