1986 Lada Riva vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn ION weights approximately 269 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, 2007 Saturn ION, 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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2007 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Lada | Saturn |
| Model | Riva | ION |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
