1994 BMW 740 vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 740 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 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 | 63 L | 43 L |
