1986 Lada Riva vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 464 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva.
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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
