1974 Lada Riva vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 34 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2008 Land Rover LR2 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. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | Riva | LR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |