1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 419 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Challenger | Riva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
