1974 Lada Riva vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 30 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), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 325 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, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2004 Mazda Premacy 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. 2004 Mazda Premacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Riva | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| 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 | 129 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
