1992 Innocenti 990 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 16 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1300 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 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Innocenti 990 | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 990 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3010 mm |
