1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 485 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Camaro | Riva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |