1986 Lada Riva vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 371 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
