1990 BMW 518 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 518 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
