2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1267 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Sierra | Riva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2420 mm |
