1974 Lada Riva vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Lada | Marcos |
| Model | Riva | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
