1974 Lada Riva vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 32 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, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Riva | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
