1990 BMW 518 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 20 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 672 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 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 518 | Navara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |