1986 Lada Riva vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 10 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 490 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.
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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lada | Lexus |
| Model | Riva | SC |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
