1974 Lada Riva vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,390 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 302 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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Riva | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1404 mm |