1974 Lada Riva vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 28 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 185 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1974 Lada Riva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Riva | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
