2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 380 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Corvette | Riva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
