2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 32 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 819 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 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | Allroad | Riva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
