1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 23 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 238 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Copperhead | Riva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
