1980 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 BMW 316.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1980 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 316 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
