1990 BMW 518 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 518 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 1990 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 518 | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |