1974 Lada Riva vs. 2000 Vector M12
To start off, 2000 Vector M12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vector M12 weights approximately 573 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, 2000 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2000 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Lada | Vector |
| Model | Riva | M12 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
