1974 Lada Riva vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 15 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 460 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riva | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2950 mm |
