1990 BMW 518 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 22 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, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 518 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2673 mm |
