1974 Lada Riva vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2980 mm |
