2001 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | X5 | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |