1992 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
