1974 Lada Riva vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 443 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 Seat Toledo, 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 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2004 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Riva | Toledo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |