1974 Lada Riva vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 205 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lada | Reliant |
| Model | Riva | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
