1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 and 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |