1995 Lada Niva vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Niva | 120 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |