1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 780 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 1993 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Roadmaster | Riva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
