1986 Lada Riva vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 480 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 1986 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Riva | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
