2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 34 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 111 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | F-350 | Riva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2420 mm |
