1974 Lada Riva vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riva | Galant |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
