1974 Lada Riva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 284 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Riva | Jetta |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |