1988 BMW 524 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 524. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 524 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |