1974 Lada Riva vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 893 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 Toyota Sienna, 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 Toyota Sienna (343 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Riva | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3040 mm |
