1990 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1995 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1995 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
