1988 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 525 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
