2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 35 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 665 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1974 Lada Riva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | XLR | Riva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
