2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 546 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 Kia Sportage, 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Sportage | Riva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 66 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |