1993 Lada Samara vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 137 kg more than 1993 Lada Samara. 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, 1993 Lada Samara, 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, 1993 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Samara | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Lada | Lada |
Model | Samara | Riva |
Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |