1974 Lada Riva vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 728 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.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riva | E |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |