1986 Lada Riva vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 931 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Riva | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3063 mm |
