1986 Lada Riva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 271 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Riva | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Riva | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |