1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 12 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 170 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 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Tracker | Riva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
