1986 Lada Riva vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 430 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
