1986 Lada Riva vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
