1986 Lada Riva vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 870 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 Musso 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 Musso 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 Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso 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 Musso | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Riva | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
