2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 353 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 1974 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | Riva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
