1988 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Renault 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4. 1988 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
