1983 BMW 725 vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 725 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
