2001 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 27 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 553 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | AC | Lada |
Model | Aceca | Riva |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |