1998 BMW 730 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 3 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 535 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 1998 BMW 730. 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 730 | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1210 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 | 90 L | 42 L |