1974 Lada Riva vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 31 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1163 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, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2005 Kia Carnival 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. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | Riva | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |
