1993 BMW 316 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1993 BMW 316 (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 316 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
