1986 Lada Riva vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1300 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 27 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1300. 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Riva | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Lada | Zastava |
Model | Riva | 1300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |