1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 392 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Rally Raid | Riva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
