1986 Lada Riva vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 8 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 190 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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Riva | 306 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
