1986 Lada Riva vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 587 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Riva | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
