2005 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2005 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 318 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
