1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 404 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 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Blazer | Riva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
