1974 Lada Riva vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 360 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Lada | Pontiac |
Model | Riva | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |