1990 BMW 316 vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 12 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 316 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
