1974 Lada Riva vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 35 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
