2005 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 114 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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 2005 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Riva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
