1974 Lada Riva vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 686 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, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Riva | 807 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
