1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1982 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 8 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 373 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | Mondial | Riva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
