1986 Lada Riva vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado 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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riva | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
