1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 127 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Camaro | Riva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
