1982 Lada Niva vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | 325 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
