2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 813 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sorento | Riva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
