1986 Lada Riva vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 16 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 350 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Riva | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
