1988 Lada Niva vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | X1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
