1974 Lada Riva vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 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 2,315 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (155 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 312 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 Volvo 740 (203 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Riva | 740 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
