1974 Lada Riva vs. 1982 Ford Laser
To start off, 1982 Ford Laser is newer by 8 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 267 kg more than 1982 Ford Laser.
Because 1974 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 1982 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1974 Lada Riva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1982 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Riva | Laser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
