2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 443 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | CR-V | Riva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
