2000 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1986 Lada Riva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Riva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |