1974 Lada Riva vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Horizon 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 77 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Plymouth Horizon, 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 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Riva | Horizon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |