1974 Lada Riva vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 17 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 758 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 1991 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1974 Lada Riva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 1991 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lada | Lexus |
Model | Riva | LS |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2820 mm |