1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 197 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Tiburon | Riva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |
