1994 BMW 518 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 518 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 518 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
