2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 401 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 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sportage | Riva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
