1974 Lada Riva vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 703 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riva | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
