1974 Lada Riva vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 192 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Riva | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
