1974 Lada Riva vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 258 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Riva | Touran |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |