1974 Lada Riva vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 493 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada Riva | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Riva | Legacy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |