1974 Lada Riva vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 340 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 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Riva | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |