1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 13 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 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (80 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1974 Lada Riva (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Festiva | Riva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |
