2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz.
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 Jazz, 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 Jazz (151 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Jazz | Riva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 96 Nm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |