1986 Lada Riva vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 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 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, 1987 Toyota Celica, 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Riva | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Riva | Celica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |