1990 BMW 518 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 518 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |