1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1986 Lada Riva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Dart | Riva |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |