1974 Lada Riva vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 33 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riva | SLK |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |