1974 Lada Riva vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 440 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riva | CLK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
