1974 Lada Riva vs. 1983 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1983 Nissan Stanza is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 177 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
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, 1983 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1983 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1983 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
