1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1984 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2002. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 2002 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
