1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1990 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1990 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda Rapid R has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda Rapid R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1990 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Invicta | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
