2009 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 525 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
