2000 Honda NSX vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 400 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | NSX | Riva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |