1974 Lada Riva vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1298 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1974 Lada Riva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Riva | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2855 mm |
