1986 Lada Riva vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 25 weights approximately 70 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, 2004 Rover 25, 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Riva | 25 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
