1986 Lada Riva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 224 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Riva | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |