1974 Lada Riva vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 11 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 117 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Riva | 205 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
