1986 Lada Riva vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1986 Lada Riva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Riva | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riva | E |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |