1999 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Brilliance BS6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Lada | Brilliance |
Model | Niva | BS6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |