1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 473 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 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Dakota | Riva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
