1974 Lada Riva vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | Riva | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
