1991 Lada Niva vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 465 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 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | 123 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
