1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 743 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 1979 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Blazer | Riva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
