2000 Lada Niva vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 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 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 1998 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Niva | 730 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |