1999 Ford Laser vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 1999 Ford Laser is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Laser weights approximately 55 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, 1999 Ford Laser, 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, 1999 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Laser | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Laser | Riva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
