1990 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4, 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
