1995 Lada Niva vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 386 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 325. 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 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Niva | 325 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |