1986 Lada Riva vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 516 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | Riva | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
