2009 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 500 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Accord | Riva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
