2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 213 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 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (119 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Riva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
