1974 Lada Riva vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (90 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1974 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Riva | Premacy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |