1992 BMW 850 vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 850 | Niva |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |