1974 Lada Riva vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 203 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 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Lada | Venturi |
| Model | Riva | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
