1995 Lada Niva vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 840 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 535. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2010 BMW 535 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 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | 535 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
