1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 683 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 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 1993 GMC Typhoon 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 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Typhoon | Riva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
