1986 Lada Riva vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Skoda L is newer by 6 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Skoda L. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Riva | L |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
