1986 Lada Riva vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 730 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 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Riva | Korando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
