2002 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Because 2002 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 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, 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, 2002 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 318 | Vento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
