1974 Lada Riva vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1320 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, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2006 Nissan Quest 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. 2006 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Riva | Quest |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3160 mm |