1986 Lada Riva vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 430 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, 2012 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Riva | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1490 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 |
