1974 Lada Riva vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 449 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Riva | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
