1987 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 354 kg more than 1987 BMW 318.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 1987 BMW 318 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
