2004 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 9 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 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 360 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 2004 BMW 530. 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 530 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
