1986 Lada Riva vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 316 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Riva | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Riva | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |