1994 BMW 518 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 518 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 518 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
