1986 Lada Riva vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1455 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riva | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 4326 mm |
