1974 Lada Riva vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 123 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Riva | Samurai |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |