2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 21 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1095 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 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Terracan | Riva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
