1981 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |