2000 Ford Puma vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 14 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 215 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, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1986 Lada Riva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Puma | Riva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |