1994 BMW 730 vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 730 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
