1974 Lada Riva vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 36 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 260 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Riva | Cube |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
