1990 BMW 518 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 518 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |