1987 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 1 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, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 338 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | AX | Riva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
