1974 Lada Riva vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila.
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, 2008 Opel Agila, 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, 2008 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2008 Opel Agila | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Riva | Agila |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.6 mm |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |