1986 Lada Riva vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 508 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, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva. 2011 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Riva | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2751 mm |
