1974 Lada Riva vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 35 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 554 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, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Riva | 3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |