1985 Lada Niva vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1985 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | X6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
