1986 Lada Riva vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 320 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | Riva | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
