1974 Lada Riva vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 309 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (231 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riva | C |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |