1984 Lada Niva vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1984 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | 530 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2992 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
