1993 BMW 856 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 856 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
