1986 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, both 1986 Ford Laser and 1986 Lada Riva were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Ford Laser. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Laser | 1986 Lada Riva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Laser | Riva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |