1986 Lada Riva vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Lada Riva.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Riva | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
