1990 BMW 518 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 1990 BMW 518 and 1990 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 518 | Blazer |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |