1986 Lada Riva vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Riva | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Riva | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |