1996 Kia Retona vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 874 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 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Retona | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Retona | Riva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |