1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 127 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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, 1994 Ford Aspire, 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, 1994 Ford Aspire (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Aspire | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Aspire | Riva |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |