2007 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva.
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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1980 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | X5 | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |