1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 9 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 139 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 1974 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Daytona | Riva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
