1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 777 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva. 1998 Jaguar XJR 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. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XJR | Riva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
