2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 23 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1986 Lada Riva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Riva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |