1998 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
